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REJECTED DEAL: Alvin Kamara Turned Down a Jaw-Dropping $4 Million Offer from the Baltimore Ravens — Here’s Why

In a move that sent shockwaves through NFL circles, veteran running back Alvin Kamara has reportedly turned down a $4 million contract offer from the Baltimore Ravens — a team actively looking to solidify its backfield after an injury-riddled 2024 campaign.

According to sources close to the situation, the Ravens extended the offer in late June as training camps loomed. The deal was structured as a one-year, incentive-laden contract, designed to bolster the team’s depth and give quarterback Lamar Jackson another weapon out of the backfield.

However, Kamara — a five-time Pro Bowler and long-time star of the New Orleans Saints — declined.

Why Kamara Said No

Insiders suggest the 29-year-old running back wasn’t impressed with the offer’s guaranteed money and saw it as undervaluing his market worth. More significantly, Kamara is reportedly prioritizing long-term stability and a starting role — something the Ravens couldn’t guarantee with a crowded RB room that includes Justice Hill, Keaton Mitchell, and the newly signed Derrick Henry.

“He’s not interested in being a rotational piece,” one source close to Kamara stated. “He still believes he can be a feature back — and he’s willing to wait for the right opportunity.”

What’s Next?

Kamara remains a free agent, and interest from other teams has been lukewarm, largely due to his age, recent injury history, and the shifting economics of the running back market. Yet, his camp is confident he’ll land with a contender — especially if injuries start to mount in training camps across the league.

As for the Ravens, they appear to be moving forward with their current roster, though GM Eric DeCosta has left the door open: “We always explore ways to improve this team. If Alvin wants to talk again, we’ll pick up the phone.”

Kamara, meanwhile, waits — betting on himself and hoping the right fit emerges before the season kicks off.